Occasionally used in cosmetic flavors to increase the diffusing power of the head. It can be widely used in food flavors, mainly in apples, pineapples and rum. It is also good to use its fruit aroma in gum sugar. Occasionally used in tobacco flavors.
CAS No.
108-64-5
Formula
C7H14O2
Molecular Mass
130.18500
Exact Mass
130.09900
PSA
26.30000
Logp
1.59560
IUPAC
ethyl 3-methylbutanoate
Attribute classification
Matter Classification
organic
Category
Chemical and Physical Properties
Melting Point
-99 °C
Density
0.864 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point
131-133 °C(lit.)
Flash Point
80 °F
Appearance
colourless liquid/strong, fruity, vinous, apple-like odour on dilution
Manufacturing
